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How to Deal with Overprotective Family After Cancer Treatment?

SR

Community Member

10 months ago

Newbie here. August 2024 double lumpectomy done and successfully last chemo session ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿพ Feb 20th. I had pneumonia diagnosis before the cancer and that seems to be the biggest issue causing my family to be overprotective they are running me insane how do I deal with them and these issues uuuggggg.

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Congratulations on completing your last chemo session - that's a huge milestone worth celebrating! Family members often struggle with their own fears and anxiety after a loved one's cancer diagnosis, especially when there are additional health concerns involved, which can sometimes translate into well-meaning but overwhelming protectiveness. Setting gentle but clear boundaries about what support feels helpful versus what feels suffocating can be a delicate conversation, but many survivors find success in having honest discussions about their need for independence while acknowledging their family's love and concern.

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BL

Community Member

6 months ago

I deal family issues with meditation and relaxation techniques, take time for yourself and try to relax, have some tea. I personally am in therapy, my therapist does a guided meditation session and during that time I donโ€™t think about anything but relaxation, I feel so much better afterward. Best wishes!

AL

Community Member

6 months ago

There is always medication worse comes to worst

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Congratulations on completing your last chemo session - that's a huge milestone worth celebrating! Family members often struggle with their own fears and anxiety after a loved one's cancer diagnosis, especially when there are additional health concerns involved, which can sometimes translate into well-meaning but overwhelming protectiveness. Setting gentle but clear boundaries about what support feels helpful versus what feels suffocating can be a delicate conversation, but many survivors find success in having honest discussions about their need for independence while acknowledging their family's love and concern.

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